Leviticus 11 - Day 138 (link to reading plan)
Scripture: Leviticus 11:46-47 Commentary: In following these dietary laws, the Israelites obeyed God’s instructions several times each day, developing deep in their consciousness an attitude of obedience to God. That all the people observed these laws at every meal was a mighty force of solidarity, uniting the people as God’s special treasure (Exod 19:5). It separated the Israelites from their polytheistic neighbors and became a distinguishing mark of their national identity. The importance of these dietary laws increased when the Jews became dispersed among the nations. They have become a significant force in preserving Jewish identity. They erect a high barrier against assimilation and amalgamation of the Jewish people, which would lead to the loss of their racial identity. Today, keeping kosher is a distinguishing mark of a very devout Jew and communicates the understanding that that person belongs to the chosen people of God. Hartley, J. E. (1992). Leviticus (Vol. 4, p. 163). Dallas: Word, Incorporated. Application: Before Jesus arrived on the scene, God wanted his children to be separated from their pagan neighbors so one way to do that was with these dietary restrictions. Thank God Jesus taught us that it's not what we eat that makes us unclean but what's already inside of our hearts and minds. Prayer: Lord, thank You that we can use mealtimes to get to know people, especially those who don't know you. Comments are closed.
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